EU Delays Launch of New Entry/Exit System for Non-EU Travelers

The European Commission has postponed the rollout of the Entry/Exit System, initially set for November 2024, to ensure a smoother transition.

The Entry/Exit System (EES) aims to replace manual passport stamping with automated biometric checks for non-EU travelers entering the Schengen Area.
The system's launch has been postponed indefinitely, with implementation now expected potentially in 2025.
EES will require travelers to register biometric data like fingerprints or facial scans, though initial plans for both have been scaled back.
Concerns about potential delays at border crossings, especially at busy locations like Dover and St Pancras, have been raised by transport operators.
The EES will work alongside the upcoming European Travel Information and Authorisation System (Etias), set to start six months after EES becomes operational.